On one of the South End’s most coveted streets, this 4+ bedroom, 3.5 bath townhome seamlessly blends historic charm with modern luxury. Recently renovated from top to bottom, it delivers on style, space, and function—with elegant living and dining areas, a contemporary chef’s kitchen, and a thoughtfully designed floor plan ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. The second level is a private primary suite with a walk-in closet, home office, and spa-like bath. Upstairs, two bedrooms share a full bath and access a roof deck with panoramic Back Bay views. The garden level features a guest suite, full bath, and family room that opens to a spacious bluestone patio framed by mature trees. With 3 decks, a roof deck, and a back garden, this home is rich in outdoor space. A bonus basement level adds valuable storage. Ideally situated on picturesque Appleton Street, at the crossroads of the best of South End and Back Bay living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1875Year Built
1,040 sq ftLot Size
$1,307Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Steven Cohen Team• Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Bought with The Moving Greater Boston Team• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
3
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,040 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
2,212
Year built
1875
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Suffolk County
APN
W05P00924S000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Apr 6, 2023.
SOUTH END NEIGHBORHOOD-MFR
GCOD
CFROD
RESTRICTED PARKING DISTRICT
RESTRICTED ROOF STRUCTURE DISTRICT
South End Neighborhood-Multifamily Residential Subdistrict
The Multifamily Residential (MFR) Subdistricts are established to encourage medium-density multifamily areas with a variety of allowed housing types, including one-, two- and three-family dwellings, row houses, and apartments.
Zone overlays
Groundwater Conservation Overlay District
Coastal Flood Resilience Overlay District
Restricted Parking Districts
Restricted Roof Structure Overlay District In the East Boston Neighborhood District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Bed & breakfast
Park & open space
Jul 15, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Work on electrical systems.
Electrical
May 13, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Work on electrical systems.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Open Parking Spaces: 0
Parking Features: On Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Basement Information
Basement: Unfinished
Appliances
Appliances: Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,965
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, Patio, Balcony
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property AttachedYN: Yes
Above Grade Finished Area: 1471
Below Grade Finished Area: 494
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
Lot Features: Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: City View(s)
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $20,356
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: GPS
UnparsedAddress: 27 Appleton St, Boston MA 02116
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,212
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 1,040 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1875
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Suffolk County
APN: W05P00924S000
Home facts updated by county records on Apr 6, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Mel H King Elementary
Public 2-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
4/10
Hurley K-8 School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
Snowden Int'L High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
66% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Boston, MA • 02116
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$2.44M – $2.95M
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